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Nationalparks.fi provides up-to-date information on the national parks and Metsähallitus' other hiking destinations and their facilities. Hike and find recreation in these magnificent spots!

Nature Activities

Moving around in nature is one of the best ways to relax and unwind.

National Parks

The national parks are extensive nature conservation areas with the crucial task of ensuring biodiversity and giving people the opportunity to relax and enjoy nature.

World Heritage Sites

The UNESCO World Heritage List is a worldwide network of treasures shared by all of mankind. You can start getting to know these unique sites in the Kvarken Archipelago and the points along the Struve Geodetic Arc.

Finland's Top Natural Attractions

The Finnish countryside offers nature-lovers many different kinds of experiences. The nature-lovers can enjoy the scenery by land or by water at any time of the year.

UNESCO Global Geoparks

UNESCO Global Geopark sites tell about the birth of our planet and the story of how cultures formed in natural sites all over the world.

Huts

There are huts which hikers can use for free, and others for which a fee is charged.

Quick links

National hiking areas, wilderness areas, other nature sites, hiking trails, historical sites and huts.

Self-guided Tours of Finland's Natural Attractions

National parks, national hiking areas and other protected areas provide the visitors with unforgettable moments, best sceneries and hiking and skiing facilities. Read more about the self-guided tours.

Excursionmap.fi

Search for Metsähallitus hiking-related destinations and services as well as hunting and fishing areas.

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Nature's Moods and Moments - Konsta Punkka's Photos at the Pallas-Yllästunturi National Park Visitor Centres

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The Rautulampi day hut in Urho Kekkonen national park has burned down

The economic and health impacts of Finnish national parks increased in 2018 – positive development at risk without increase in funding

Pasvik-Inari Trilateral Park - joint nature conservation area between Norway, Russia and Finland - celebrated its 10th anniversary!